"When God Says 'Ask,' But You’re Still Waiting"

 You’ll Get What You Want.

Luke 11:9 (King James Version):
"And I say unto you, Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you."

Recently, I was talking to a friend who is currently in a waiting season. She shared how she has been asking the Lord for the same thing repeatedly but hasn’t received an answer. She said she feels there’s no time left and can’t wait any longer. Does this sound familiar to you?

Have you been knocking on a door for a long time, only to feel ignored and without answers? At some point, it’s easy to become frustrated and discouraged.

I understand. There are seasons when we ask according to God's Word, like in Luke 11:9, yet still feel unheard. Hannah, the mother of Samuel, experienced this too. She prayed for a child for years. While her husband dearly loved her, she longed for something more—something that her co-wife had: a child. Imagine how she must have felt—taunted by her co-wife, feeling forgotten, and experiencing not even a miscarriage, which might have shown that she wasn’t barren, but instead a form of dryness.

Perhaps this resonates with what you’re going through. It’s difficult when the Lord says, Luke 11:9"Ask, and it shall be given," in one scripture, yet in another, like Psalm 27:14 (NIV), it says, "Wait for the Lord..." At this point, many ask, "Does He really care?"

When your reality doesn’t reflect what you’ve asked for, remember: God sees. He is not deaf to our prayers; He hears us. He is not uncaring about our burdens. His presence is the security, freedom, and answers we seek.

The wait may feel exhausting, but why cry as if you have no God? Our understanding of time and expectations often doesn’t align with God's perfect timing. While we focus on the present, God lives outside of time, and His plans are set according to His seasons. So, why grow weary? God has already answered, but He chooses to bring it to fruition in His perfect time.

Be still, even in the waiting. Be joyful, no matter what. Hold on to God’s Word as your anchor and press forward until you see the manifestation of your desires.

God's Word is the hope we live by. In His words, we find comfort during troubled times. If God has promised, He will deliver. We are insufficient on our own, but He has brought us this far, so He will not leave us halfway. He will bring to completion what He has started.

Psalm 37:7 (NIV):
"Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him; do not fret when people succeed in their ways."

For in due season, you shall smile.

Stay revived!

GOD ALWAYS COME

GOD ALWAYS COME

Have you ever been stuck in the "Oh God, anything?" moment? While reading Revive with JJ's blog post, I came across these sentences:

"When your reality doesn’t reflect what you’ve asked for, remember: God sees. He is not deaf to our prayers; He hears us. He is not uncaring about our burdens. His presence is the security, freedom, and answers we seek."

However, instead of seeing these words as admonitions, I found myself questioning: "Does God, see?" For some Christians, the proof of faith lies in God's immediate response to our needs. We often measure the effectiveness of our prayers, seeds sown, services rendered and acts of kindness by the speed of positive reactions to our challenges.

We tend to confirm God's acceptance of our praises and worship by the swift physical manifestation of His blessings in our lives. This mentality can lead us to believe that the success of our fasting is contingent upon immediate results and that God's response is the only validation we need.

In my own life, I've attended services where the minister would prophesy, and I'd feel a stirring in my heart, believing the word was meant for me. However, as I waited for confirmation, weeks turned into months, and the enemy began to whisper doubts: "God didn't hear you." I found myself questioning whether God was truly for me.

During Elijah's encounter with God on the mountain after her had escaped from Jezebel, he expected God to speak through the great and strong wind, the earthquake and even the fire but the Lord didn't show up through any of these elements (1Kings 19:11-12). Instead, God spoke in a still, small voice. This moment reminds us that God communicates in various ways, and His timing may not always align with our expectations.

God says, "I speak to you all through different means, times, and seasons. Yes, the testimony of your neighbor might have come suddenly, but that doesn't mean I didn't listen or hear. I can come to you through the fire, the storms, or through the still, small voice, but I always come."

"As long as you have called on me, I always come; as long as you keep on calling on me, I come." God has come to you today. Make Jeremiah 33:3 personal: "Call on Me, and I will answer thee." Let this promise be more than a cliché; let it be your guiding truth.

As long as you call on God and consciously seek Him, He will answer you. 

God Always Come. 

Stay Revived!

The beauty in discovering Purpose.

Have you ever felt lost, having a successful career and job but still unfulfilled? 

Have you ever felt lost, having a job but still unfulfilled? Imagine a life where you simply go through your daily activities—waiting for the end of each day, then the next, marking time until you grow old and die. There are times when I go through my daily routine and feel exhausted. In those moments, I stop to wonder: What would life be like without purpose?

Colossians 1:27 (NIV)

"To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory." 

Purpose makes life beautiful. It is through purpose that our true selves emerge. The scripture, "Christ in us, the hope of glory," is fulfilled when we live according to God’s purpose for our lives. Purpose is more than just a motive or reason; it is the driving force behind our creation. It is the reason we exist and the plan written for our lives before we even showed up.

Without purpose, life feels like a journey with no destination. I can relate to this because before I discovered my purpose, I often asked a lot of "whys." I am someone who always seeks a reason before taking action. When making decisions, I would ask myself: If I start this, will I be able to continue until my time on earth is done?

Yes, I am a child of God, but life felt boring until I discovered and aligned with my purpose. Our purpose can only be discovered in God’s Word, and that Word is God. It is in the Lord that we discover our true reason for existence.

The beauty of purpose lies in its ability to bring clarity and focus to our lives. It's interesting how, when purpose is discussed, many people immediately think it’s about serving on the altar. But purpose isn’t limited to that. Purpose can be found in the marketplace just as much as it can be found in ministry.

Our life purpose is what keeps our hearts eager, anticipating what each day holds. The enemy wants to keep us blind to our purpose. The fact is, he is not omniscient; he doesn't know what the Lord has written for you. That's why most of his strategies always push us to the place of discovery of our purpose.

God is willing to show and walk us through discovering who we are in Him. The Lord's intention is to bring us to a place of spiritual possibilities, where He speaks to us directly showing us who we truly are. He wants us to work on the plan He has written. He wants to help you discover yourself. 

The Eden experience can only be experienced when will discover and walk in our purpose that when we enjoy living.

The Power of Prayer in Accessing Your Victory as More Than a Conqueror.

 

''Accessing Your Victory as More Than a Conqueror''

Romans 8:37 (NIV):

"No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us."

As believers, to continually walk in the victory of being more than conquerors, we must be consistent and fervent in our prayer life. Prayer is vital. Those who kneel before the Lord do not bow before man. It is through prayer that we invite the Holy Spirit to shape and guide our lives. He enables us to claim our redemptive rights as conquerors.

Prayer is not just a ritual; it is communication—a conversation with God. We call on Him based on His Word and wait for His response. When we pray, God speaks back to us, revealing His will and bringing about change in our lives. In the spiritual realm, prayer acts as a form of warfare, bringing forth all the blessings, promises, and victories that God has already provided for us, from the spiritual realm into our physical lives.

Warring in prayer is more than just words spoken; it is a heartfelt cry to God that stirs His intervention in our lives. There are several reasons why we must engage in prayer and warfare:

1. Prophecies Require Prayer to Be Fulfilled

Sometimes, people wonder why a prophecy hasn’t yet manifested. It’s important to remember that prophecy does not always automatically come to pass. Often, prophecies are delivered, but they need to be prayed through to come to fruition. Demonic forces may hold back the answers, and it’s through prayer that we clear the spiritual atmosphere, releasing God's promises into our lives. As we stand in prayer, we partner with God to see His words come to fruition.

2. The Devil Does Not Relent

The enemy is constantly at work, and household wickedness is on the rise. Matthew 10:36 (NIV) reminds us,
"A man’s enemies will be the members of his own household."
Similarly, Micah 7:6 (NIV) states,
"For a son dishonors his father, a daughter rises up against her mother, a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law—a man’s enemies are the members of his own household."
This highlights that the enemy often works through close relationships to create conflict. Through persistent prayer, we can confront and dismantle these spiritual attacks, ensuring that we walk in victory.

3. Accessing Our Redemptive Benefits

When we pray, we are not only speaking to God; we are also exercising dominion over the physical world through the spiritual realm. Since life begins in the spiritual, what we change in the spirit world will manifest in the natural. Through prayer, we align ourselves with God’s will, claiming the blessings, favor, and protection He has promised.

Warring in prayer has the power to dismantle any obstacles standing in our way. It provides divine protection, safety, and ensures consistent fellowship with God. As we engage in consistent prayer, we deepen our relationship with Him, gaining more understanding and insight into His ways.

In conclusion, prayer is not just a tool for personal growth; it is essential for claiming victory and walking in the fullness of God's promises. Through persistent and heartfelt prayer, we can access our redemptive rights, defeat spiritual opposition, and live out the truth that we are more than conquerors in Christ.